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Maamoul with Ashta
Maamoul is delicious any time of year, not just during Eid :) Or at least that is what we tell ourselves so we can eat it all the time. This recipe is different from the traditional maamoul made with Aleppo pistachios or dates and walnuts; this version is filled with delicious ashta!
Guaranteed Petifor and Cookies Recipe
Petifor and cookies made with a precise, foolproof recipe... you’ll find plenty of details you won’t get on any other site!! We hope you try our authentic, properly made recipe.
Nutella Cookies
Nutella cookies — unbelievably easy! We dare you to find an easier cookie recipe :) Just 3 ingredients — can you believe it? Check the recipe now.
Walnut Maamoul (Filled Shortbread)
Homemade walnut maamoul — an easy, detailed recipe for the best walnut‑filled maamoul. Use the same dough to fill with dates or pistachios if you prefer.
Maha Eye Cookies
Maha Eye Cookies are a beautiful Arabic sweet in both appearance and taste. Named for their eye-like shape, they’re popular and made from widely available ingredients.
Chocolate Chip Cookies with Ganache
Chocolate chip cookies with ganache — a fantastic cookie recipe featuring melt-in-your-mouth chocolate chips and a rich chocolate ganache. Kids will love them.
How to Make the Best Cookies - Video
From the tastiest orange-flavored cookies. It is important to pay attention to the dough texture so the cookies do not become hard after baking. Try this recipe and add your own touches by shaping it according to the initials of your family members.
Wild Thyme and Olive Bread
Homemade thyme and olive bread with a simple, tested method. You’ll love this recipe because all ingredients are readily available and it doesn’t require a tricky filling or long prep time—just let it rest a bit before baking.
Orange-Soaked Thursday Cookies
A simple home recipe for Thursday cookies (also known as Eid cookies). Regardless of the name, these cookies are among the tastiest and most popular in the Arab world. You can adjust the thickness to yield soft or crisp cookies.
Semolina Cone Sweets with Dates
A wonderful recipe for making biscuits or ka'ak cones with semolina and dates. A tried-and-tested homemade recipe made with simple ingredients, and we highly recommend giving it a try.
Peanut Butter Cookies
A delicious and easy peanut butter cookie recipe (with an optional pistachio-butter variation). Bake these cookies with peanut butter and your kids will surely love them.
Cream-Filled Athmaliya Pastry
A delicious, tested home recipe for a cream-filled Athmaliya pastry. You can use store-bought Athmaliya dough to prepare this recipe, or click the link inside the recipe for instructions to make the dough at home.
Turkish Boiled Kibbeh, or Katali
Turkish boiled kibbeh, or katali, is one of the most famous recipes in Turkish cuisine. Here is how to make it properly. Tip: use plenty of onion in the filling for a wonderful result!
Jerusalem-Style Palestinian Hummus with Tahini
Jerusalem-style hummus with tahini from beloved Palestine... a detailed homemade recipe made the traditional way! All kinds of mezze are served with olive oil. Enjoy :)
Manaqish with Sreysirah (boiled wheat husk)
Sreysirah is the husk of wheat after boiling and crushing. Add one cup to the manaqish dough and enjoy this delicious, nutritious dough.
Potato Kibbeh
Potato kibbeh — a tasty vegetarian appetizer that can also serve as a main course. A simple, easy recipe. Serve with olive oil and fresh vegetables.
How to Make Kamouna Spice Blend
Kamouna spice blend is a richly flavored mix that gives kibbeh and faraqa their distinctive taste. The Kamouna mix can be kept vegetarian, using only tomatoes, onions, and olive oil.
How to Make Cheese-Filled Finger Pastries
Cheese finger pastries are a great option for breakfast, suhoor, or even a light dinner. Try this easy, homemade oven-baked cheese finger recipe and you’ll surely love them.